Hawks vs Knicks Prediction, Odds, NBA Playoffs Game 2 Picks
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Key Points:
- The New York Knicks host the Atlanta Hawks in Game 2 of the NBA Playoffs first round at Madison Square Garden, with the Knicks favored by 6.5 points and a total points over/under of 217.5.
- Oddsmakers list the Knicks as -250 favorites on the moneyline, while the Hawks are +205 underdogs aiming to even the series.
- A top betting pick for the game is Josh Hart to record over 9.5 rebounds at +300 odds, based on his strong playoff rebounding performance despite a dip in regular-season numbers.
- Hart played 37 minutes and grabbed 14 rebounds in Game 1, demonstrating his value as a "postseason glass-eater" and justifying the bet on his high rebound total.
- The prediction emphasizes focusing on Hart’s rebounding rather than points or double-doubles, highlighting the difference between regular-season and playoff performances.
